Magazine Features

Kuka Robotics And Optima Cs Team Up To Deliver
Maximum Reliability To Paper Mill
Optima Control Solutions Ltd, an independent automation company, was approached by KUKA Robotics and charged with the task of installing and programming a robot solution to integrate with the existing machine control system of a Flintshire-based paper mill. (Read More)

Norbar Is Oxfordshire’s Exporter Of The Year
Norbar Torque Tools of Banbury, celebrating its 70th Anniversary this year, has triumphed at the Oxfordshire Business Awards 2012 by being voted the county’s top exporter.
The Carter Jonas Export Award was presented to Norbar by athletics star Kriss Akabusi at the recent Awards Gala Dinner at Oxford Thames Four Pillars Hotel. (Read More)

Anixter announces A-LAB now fully commissioned
Anixter Fasteners, the global expert in the sourcing and supply of fasteners and ‘C’ class components, has announced that its independent testing laboratory ‘A-LAB’ in Gloucester is now fully commissioned.
Independently audited by UKAS and accredited to UKAS/ISO17025, the facility offers a comprehensive range of fastener testing and failure (Read More)

Small And Robust Photocells

New AC photoelectric sensors in metal housing from ifm electronic
Just launched by market-leading sensor manufacturer ifm electronic are new versions of their OG Cube design photocells designed for AC operation.
The OG Cube is both a sensor with standard M18 thread fitting and a compact rectangular housing, depending how you look at it. (Read More)

Small And Robust Photocells New AC photoelectric sensors in metal housing from ifm electronic

Just launched by market-leading sensor manufacturer ifm electronic are new versions of their OG Cube design photocells designed for AC operation.

The OG Cube is both a sensor with standard M18 thread fitting and a compact rectangular housing, depending how you look at it. From whichever viewpoint, the OG Cube is a robust metal sensor, available in through-beam, retro-reflective sensor and background-suppressed diffuse versions. What is new is the ability to operate without problem on normal AC mains power up to 250 V AC, with leakage current of only 1.7 mA.
The sensor is the optimum choice for a severe industrial environment. The powerful technology in a compact and robust housing provides high flexibility when used in adverse applications where space is restricted. A minimum drift when light and dark objects are detected means the sensor achieves long
ranges which remain constant even with coloured backgrounds. Furthermore, the operation of the sensor is colour-independent for grey-scale and black values. A high repeatability as well as fixed ranges for a quick set-up are more positive features of this sensor.
ifm is committed to working closely with its customers to develop products which precisely match their needs, and the company provides expert, readily accessible technical support to help users maximise the benefits they gain from ifm products.

For further information, contact Gemma Castle, ifm electronic Ltd., Efector House, Kingsway Business Park, Oldfield Road, Hampton, Middlesex, TW12 2HD. Telephone: 020 8213-0000. Fax: 020 8213-2228. E-mail – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

New Atlas Copco Gx 7Ep Compressor Provides Competitive Reliable Oil-Injected Screw Technology

Atlas Copco has expanded its GX 2-5EP (2.2-5.5kW) oil-injected screw compressor range with the introduction of the new GX 7EP compressor.

The new 7.5 kW/10 hp compressor combines reliability with high efficiency, and is capable of (Read More)

The First Step Towards Protection

3M to host free webinar guide to detection instruments in the workplace

Diversified technology company 3M is to host a free interactive webinar on detection instruments in the workplace. Taking place on Wednesday 20 June at 12.00pm, it is the latest in the ‘safety spotlight’ series of free webinars that 3M is hosting throughout 2012. (Read More)